They always run. They know you can't shoot them once they turn tail and run because, supposedly, they're not a threat anymore.
So... is there any kind of legal requirement for a citizen who intervenes in such a case to shout out a warning at all? Just run up and shoot the SOB point blank a couple of times in the chest or head. No warning.
That way, you save the girl and the bad guy doesn't get another carnival ride on the legal merry-go-round. Society and everyone who matters is better off. Just asking.
Totally depends on how much legal system exposure a person wants. The guy did the right thing...legally...and while I agree with you, the potential for a long legal battle is very high if he chose the LibWhacker option.
In all the CCW classes I have attended, (in three states) a theme that is constantly emphasized is that CCW permit holders are NOT law enforcement agents. Preventing a felony is perfectly acceptable...attempting to apprehend (or punish) a person committing a felony is shaky business.